Dr. Reddy's launches generic Alzheimer's disease drug

Generic version of Aricept launched in 23-mg strength

HYDERABAD, India — Dr. Reddy's Labs has launched a generic drug used to treat Alzheimer's disease, the company said.

The Indian drug maker announced the launch of donepezil hydrochloride tablets in the 23-mg strength, a generic version of Eisai and Pfizer's Aricept. The drug is being launched in 30- and 90-count bottles.

Aricept in the 23-mg strength had sales of about $92.6 million during the 12-month period that ended in May, according to IMS Health.

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